Tribune shuffles execs

The Chicago Tribune has promoted several of its high-ranking executives.

Howard Tyner has been named senior vice-president. Previously, Mr. Tyner was vice-president, and he continues as editor--a position he was given in 1993. He also is group editor for 11 Tribune papers, a role on which he will focus heavily.

Ann Marie Lipinski, who has served as Tribune's managing editor since 1995, has been appointed vice-president and executive editor. In addition to her newsroom duties, Ms. Lipinski will coordinate efforts between the editorial department and other areas of the company.

Dick Malone becomes senior vice-president of operations. In addition to the duties he has performed since 1999 as vice-president of operations and technology, Mr. Malone will oversee circulation and marketing.